Robert Logan Nugent Award

Ryan Sadowsky is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, majoring in management information systems. A proud Tucson native and third-generation Wildcat, he is committed to giving back to his community. In high school, he founded The FreshSole Project, donating more than 1,500 pairs of shoes to families in need, reinforcing his passion for service. 

At the U of A, Ryan's college experience has been defined by leadership, mentorship and innovation. As president of the Eller Leadership Board, which facilitates the Eller Rising Professionals program, he mentored more than 120 first-year students annually, helping them navigate their academic and professional paths. 

Through Eller Rising Professionals, he led an initiative with Junior Achievement, organizing club members to teach financial literacy at an underserved Tucson elementary school, an effort that earned Eller the Legacy Award from Junior Achievement. 

Ryan's passion for technology also shaped his contributions. He developed automation tools that streamlined the Eller College of Management professional admissions process, improving efficiency and accessibility. As a student coordinator for Professional Admissions and Curriculum Management, he managed course scheduling and student records, enhancing the student experience. His technical skills were further sharpened as a summer analyst in bank loan trade management at Goldman Sachs, where he optimized financial processes and built automation tools for trading operations. 

For his leadership, service and academic excellence, Ryan was twice honored as an Eller Scholar of the Year, recognizing his significant contributions to the college. 

After graduation, he will join Merit Foods of Arizona, his family's business, leveraging his expertise in technology and operations to drive growth while further continuing the businesses relationship with the University of Arizona. He also plans on continuing his commitment to service as a board member for Junior Achievement of Southern Arizona. Ryan is deeply grateful for the Eller community, his parents Matt and Shelley, and his close friends. He looks forward to making a lasting impact in his hometown. 

Siena Sevillano Shedd is graduating with a Bachelor of Science in physiology and medical sciences with a minor in biochemistry. 

Siena, the eldest of three and firstborn to two University of Arizona graduates, grew up across the United States and abroad in Vinhedo, Brazil. Her family now resides in Pleasanton, California. 

During her four years at the University of Arizona, Siena has been a leader within the Department of Molecular and Cellular Biology. After serving as a preceptor for two semesters, Siena became a teacher's assistant and actively contributed to student learning by leading reviews and mentoring and managing instructional resources. 

Siena's leadership extends to her time in Women in Medicine and Science, an organization that advocates for women's advancement in science fields. As a local outreach committee member, she led teams of students in engaging with their community and establishing partnerships with community organizations. Those efforts led to the club's selection for the Associated Students of the University of Arizona Outstanding Community Engagement Award. 

Siena has dedicated herself to a lifetime of service in medicine. As an athletic training technician in McKale Memorial Center, she's worked with athletic trainers across multiple sports to gain hands-on experience in sports medicine. When she's not cheering them on at games, Siena supports U of A athletes by assisting with rehabilitation treatment to help them reach their performance goals. 

Siena has also used her linguistic skills to bridge communication gaps in health care settings. As a medical interpreter at Clinica Amistad and clinics within the Commitment to Underserved People (CUP) program, she has facilitated access to care for uninsured Spanish-speaking patients. 

Beyond her clinical experiences, Siena is committed to serving vulnerable populations. At Banner Health, she supported pediatric patients and their families, and at Sister José Women's Center, she created a welcoming space for women experiencing homelessness. Her dedication extends internationally through the MexZona Medical Services nonprofit, where she helps deliver free medical care to underserved communities in Mexico. 

After graduation, Siena plans to pursue a medical degree so she can continue advocating for accessible health care and patient-centered care as a physician.